Job Description

Overview

Are you a creative, passionate, and results-driven student interested in bringing big ideas to life? AARP International is looking for you! Our team helps position AARP as the preeminent global leader in challenging outdated beliefs and sparking new solutions for people to choose how they live as they age. The International team is seeking a creative, analytical, and forward-thinking intern to join our team as we leverage, develop, and champion new insights, thought-provoking ideas backed by evidence, and create bold solutions to address major societal issues. The intern will work closely with team members and have the opportunity to contribute to projects, reports, and engagements that will help advance their careers. This paid internship is anticipated to begin in Fall 2025 and will continue until the end of the year, with the possibility of being extended for an additional semester.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include, but not be limited to:

Perform a range of tasks depending on the project, research, and communications needs
Identify and research global thought leaders across numerous industries
Draft social media copy based on existing International reports
Stay up to date on trending issues across industries as it relates to global aging and healthy longevity
Event support, including assisting in logistics surrounding global thought leadership events
Contribute to production of AARP The Journal, including identifying contributors, drafting invitations, and other tasks necessary for the publication
Administrative support, including development of a database of International contacts

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university; be considered a rising undergraduate junior or senior, graduate student, or postdoctoral student; and remain academically enrolled throughout the internship
Pursuing a degree in political science, economics, public policy, communications, or related fields
This position requires someone with a high degree of organization, the ability to see the “big picture,” and an understanding of the level of detail needed to ensure success along the way
Creativity and initiative are essential for this role
Candidates must possess strong attention to detail and an interest in issues related to aging, longevity, health, and financial security
An entrepreneurial mindset, proactive attitude, and desire to seize opportunities
Good communication skills, both written and oral, including social media
Must be a self-starter and adaptable
Ability to manage multiple projects, anticipate project needs, and discern work priorities
Familiarity with creating and editing videos and knowledge of multiple social media platforms is a plus
Fluency in Spanish is a plus, but not required

AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.

Additional Requirements

Regular and reliable job attendance
Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise

Hybrid Work Environment

AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly range is $18 for undergraduates, $21 for graduate students, and $28 for Ph.D. candidates. Internships are non-exempt positions and are not eligible for employee benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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